Overview
Established in 1949, the University of New South Wales is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Sydney (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), New South Wales. Officially recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Australia, University of New South Wales (UNSW) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 45,000-49,999 students) coeducational Australian higher education institution. University of New South Wales (UNSW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 75-year-old Australian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Australian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNSW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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very large-sized
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moderately selective
University Identity
| Name | University of New South Wales  |
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| Acronym | UNSW |
| Founded | 1949 |
| Motto | Scientia Manu et Mente Knowledge by Hand and Mind |
| Colours | Black and gold |
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University Location
| Address | Gate 9, High Street, Kensington Sydney 2052 New South Wales Australia |
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+61 (0)2 9385 1000 |
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+61 (0)2 9385 2000 |
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Introduction
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.
Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of New South Wales's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
University of New South Wales's Facebook page
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University of New South Wales's YouTube channel
University of New South Wales's Instagram page
University of New South Wales's main LinkedIn profile
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